Recreational Pilot Permit
Embark on Your Aviation Journey!
Take to the skies with our quick and affordable Recreational Pilot training program! Learn the skills needed to operate an aircraft safely for recreational purposes. A great way to get your foot in the door, into the fun and exciting field of aviation! This permit allows you to easily upgrade to a Private Pilot License. A RPP allows you to fly as a pilot in command of a Single Engine Airplane designed to carry a maximum of four passenger seats, but no more than one passenger can be carried onboard, under day VFR conditions in Canadian airspace.
Basic Requirements
CARs 421.22
Age
Minimum age is 16
Medical
Category 1,3, or 4 medical is required
Exams
Minimum score of 60% on the Transport Canada Rec Pilot Permit Aviation Exam [RPPAE]
Ground School
There is no ground school required for a Rec Permit
Flight Training
Minimum 25 hours of flight training
Flight Test
You must pass a flight test
Validity
Never expires provided you have a valid medical
Flight Test Admissions
Basic requirements for admission include:
- Photo ID with signature
- Valid medical certificate
- A valid permit (if a student) or licence
- Letter of recommendation within last 30 days
- Proof of relevant experience (25 hours flight time in airplanes)
Privileges
CARs 401.22
- No high performance aircrafts
- Day VFR flight only
- Can carry 1 passenger only
- Maximum 4 seats in aeroplane
- Can fly an ultra-light aeroplane
NOTES: With regard to flight training you will need a minimum of 15 of dual flight training (including 2 hours of XC), and a minimum of 5 hours of solo training. The remaining 5 hours can be either dual or solo training.
You do not have to have completed the Recreational Pilot Permit written exam [RPPAE] to be admitted to the flight test. However, you will need to have passed with 60% overall to be issued your permit.
A recreational pilot may not fly for hire or reward.